GarageMate, Garage Door Remote

I really like this device. The app functions well once it’s set up. However, the app needs to be updated with better design. And I would pay for CarPlay support. Recommended for security (no internet usage, and no company servers to go down) and functionality/reliability. Just wish it was easier to configure when people upgrade their phones, and that it supported CarPlay (which seems like a super-obvious feature).

This is a neat system & device. I do like its functionality, although the app could be drastically improved if either HomeKit compatibility or IFTTT compatibility were added. I do realize that there is an option in the app to “open on app launch” using Siri, but there are two problems with this: 1) The phone needs to be unlocked before the app can be opened, so it’s not hands free. 2) this means that the app opens in the background when you unlock your phone. I’m pretty sure that IFTTT would be easier for the developer to add to the system. This would require the app to allow a third party app to enter its settings and submit the signal to open/close the garage door.

I needed two remotes. This was so much less expensive than buying remotes. It works great and is super easy to install and setup. Climbing the ladder to install is the hardest part. It offers some neat features. I would love to see it work on the Apple Watch though. Any chance of that coming soon?

Does everything as advertised. So nice to leave the house without a key! I am planning to buy the new Apple Watch so I don't need my phone sometimes, so it would be nice if it worked with the watch.

Installation took a little less than two minutes. Same amount of time to pair four phones. Works like a charm! Looking forward to it working with Car Play.